Aldon Smith activated to 49ers 53-man roster

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is cleared for a return to game action for the .The team announced Saturday that Smith has been , making him eligible to play in San Francisco's against the . In a corresponding move, safety was placed on injured reserve.Smith served a nine-game suspension for violating the league's Yolmer Sanchez Jersey policy on personal conduct and substances of abuse. The 25-year-old was allowed to be around the team during his suspension -- as part of the negotiated terms -- but couldn't participate in on-field activities. Smith was Tuesday and practiced with teammates this week.Smith was informed during a meeting with NFL officials Ryan Goins Jersey that his suspension would be reduced by one game with good behavior. Of course Yasmani Grandal Jersey , he ended up serving the full nine-game ban. NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported, per sources familiar informed of Smith's thinking, that the player was told he didn't fulfill counseling requirements. Smith was told to see a league counselor, did so, then told the league he was being helped more by his own counselor.Smith's return should provide a significant Reynaldo Lopez Jersey boost to a Niners defense that sent star linebacker to . The Niners also received more good news Saturday, as NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported that has been .Smith is one of the most gifted pa s rushers in football. The outside linebacker piled up 42 sacks in his first 43 career games. He'll likely be on a snap count , but it shouldn't be long before he's worked back into defensive coordinator Vic Fangio's scheme on a full-time basis.The latest Around The NFL Podcast and recaps the ' key victory over the . Find more Joe Crede Jersey Around The NFL content on .